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Prime

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Definitions for Prime

noun
a natural number that has exactly two distinct natural number divisors: 1 and itself
Synonyms
prime quantity
noun
the period of greatest prosperity or productivity
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noun
the second canonical hour
Examples
  1. about 6 a.m.
noun
the time of maturity when power and vigor are greatest
Synonyms
prime of life
verb
insert a primer into (a gun, mine, or charge) preparatory to detonation or firing
Examples
  1. prime a cannon
  2. prime a mine
verb
cover with a primer
Synonyms
Examples
  1. apply a primer to
verb
fill with priming liquid
Examples
  1. prime a car engine
adjective
first in rank or degree
Synonyms
premier(a) prime(a)
Examples
  1. an architect of premier rank
  2. the prime minister
adjective
used of the first or originating agent
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prime(a)
Examples
  1. prime mover
adjective
of superior grade
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Examples
  1. choice wines
  2. prime beef
  3. prize carnations
  4. quality paper
  5. select peaches
adjective
of or relating to or being an integer that cannot be factored into other integers
Examples
  1. prime number
adjective
being at the best stage of development
Synonyms
Examples
  1. our manhood's prime vigor"- Robert Browning

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